India, Oct. 17 -- Billy Puckett had a tough start in his first career game as Mississippi State's starting quarterback against LSU on Saturday in Baton Rouge. The redshirt freshman and former walk-on from Jackson Prep filled in for injured quarterback Kamario Taylor, who was sidelined with turf toe.

Puckett's first drive ended with a three-and-out, forcing Mississippi State to punt. Things got worse when LSU's defense put him under pressure, leading to a pass that was intercepted by safety Ty Benefield near the LSU 15-yard line.

Another pass from Puckett nearly resulted in an interception by DJ Pickett, but officials ruled it incomplete after reviewing the play. His early struggles quickly drew criticism from fans on social media.

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